Cube Travel iridium´n´red

The "Travel iridium´n´red" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a versatile trekking bike that stands out for its high-quality components and attractive design. The bike is available at a price of 849 EUR and offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite Trekking Sport 29 Taper Double Butted aluminium, ensuring a robust yet lightweight construction. The bike’s total weight is 15 kg, which is appropriate for a trekking bike in this class.

Braking power is provided by Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. These brakes offer reliable performance in all weather conditions. The drivetrain is a Shimano RD-M3100-SGS 9-speed system, which can be shifted precisely and quickly using the Shimano SL-M2010-9R Rapidfire-Plus shift levers. The front derailleur is a Shimano Altus FD-M370, which ensures smooth gear-changing performance.

The bike is fitted with a 29" tapered aluminium rigid fork, which ensures stability and precise handling. For lighting, it features a CUBE Shiny 50 front light and a CUBE Nano Steady rear light, which ensure good visibility in traffic.

The pedals are ACID PP trekking models, which ensure good power transfer and comfort whilst riding. The crankset consists of a Shimano FC-T3010 with 48x36x26 teeth and a length of 175 mm, including a chain guard. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG200 with a 11–34T range, and the drivetrain is powered by a KMC X9 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Comfort Trail Bars with a width of 660 mm, complemented by Natural Fit Comfort grips for comfortable hand positions on long rides. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm, and the headset is a CUBE H868P, semi-integrated.

The rims are CUBE EX21, 32H, disc, tubeless-ready and, together with the Schwalbe Marathon Almotion tyres (Performance, Kevlar, 55-622), offer an excellent combination of durability and puncture resistance. The front hub is a Shimano DH-3D32 hub dynamo with a quick-release skewer, and the rear hub is a CUBE Alloy Light hub, also with a quick-release skewer and a 6-bolt mount.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is secured using a CUBE Screwlock clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Additional features include the ACID 65 mudguards, which provide protection against dirt and water, as well as the CUBEstand Cmpt kickstand and the ACID Semi-Integrated Carrier, which is compatible with the ACID RILink adapter and features a rail function.

Overall, the 2021 Cube Travel iridium’n’red offers a comprehensive range of features and high-quality components, making it an ideal companion for long trekking tours and everyday use.